Resident Services Coordinator I - Villa Madera

The successful Resident Services Coordinator I will facilitate and implement core programs for senior residents . Collect and record data to measure program outcomes. Identify community service needs of residents. Develop strategies to link residents with needed services, including assistance in overcoming various barriers. Build community partnerships that bring services and notice to the property; seeking volunteering. Will deliver direct services and plan fun on-site community events .

We encourage candidates with lived experience to apply. This is an on-site position.

Pay: $25.00-27.00/hour DOE

Benefits :

• Early close Fridays (3 paid hours each Friday)
• Early close prior to a holiday (3 paid hours)
• Paid Time off between Christmas and New Year's Holiday
• Several Healthcare plans to choose from, dental (includes adult and child orthodontia) and vision
• 15 days of earned PTO your first year, 12 company holidays + 2 floating holidays.
• 403b + match
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Care Giver Leave
• Paid Life Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Free Basic Dental
• Pet Insurance options

Duties:

• Collect required data for designated program components and record data in the Mercy Housing database in an accurate and timely way. Maintain all reporting requirements set by funding and/or government agencies.
• Evaluate outcomes of programs and services delivered on a regular basis as required.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of residents (conduct needs assessments, community meetings, etc.) in order to be able to offer residents the opportunity to assist their community and to guide them towards appropriate services and resources.
• Participate in and/or lead activities within Mercy Housing and in collaboration with partner agencies that build professional capacity and enhance working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in community development, social services, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• Two (2) years experience working with individuals with mental health issues.
• Two (2) years working with senior and developmentally disabled populations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience conducting community assessments, applying the principles of conflict management, and organizing community groups, events, or programs.
• Experience supervising staff.

Knowledge and Skills

• Work collaboratively with others in a team environment, respecting the perspectives and contributions of others.
• Demonstrate a high level of verbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and to obtain appropriate release of information as necessary.
• Able to work with people with mental health, disability, substance abuse, legal, and financial issues.

At Mercy Housing, everyone contributes to a mission and values centered culture. We are committed to demonstrating the values of Respect, Justice and Mercy in all aspects of our daily work. At Mercy Housing, we seek applicants who are committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe we are more effective when diverse groups of people, including residents, feel valued, respected, and included.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.